New Orleans Privateers Sweep Nicholls in Beach Volleyball Matchup

Privateers win two matches against regional rival Nicholls State at Thibodaux Regional Sports Complex

Mar. 28, 2026 at 3:50pm

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The New Orleans Privateers beach volleyball team secured two victories against Nicholls State University this past Friday at the Thibodaux Regional Sports Complex. The Privateers won the first match 4-1 and followed it up with a hard-fought 3-2 win, showcasing both dominance and resilience.

Why it matters

The success of the New Orleans Privateers highlights the growing popularity of collegiate beach volleyball, which has seen rapid expansion fueled by increased NCAA investment and a growing fanbase. Regional rivalries like this one between the Privateers and Nicholls State help drive interest and participation in the sport.

The details

Key performances from the Privateers' duos propelled them to victory. In the second match, the duo of Lindsey Neal and Jordan Madsen clinched a crucial three-set win at flight five, while Lucianna Alexander and Renata Dykstra secured a flight three win. Cassie and Ellie Sieling delivered a dominant performance, conceding only 16 points across both sets.

  • The matches were held on Friday, March 28, 2026.
  • The Privateers will next host Mobile for two matches on April 3, 2026.

The players

New Orleans Privateers

The beach volleyball team representing the University of New Orleans.

Nicholls State University

The Privateers' regional rival, based in Thibodaux, Louisiana.

Lindsey Neal

A member of the Privateers beach volleyball team who, along with partner Jordan Madsen, secured a crucial three-set win at flight five.

Jordan Madsen

A member of the Privateers beach volleyball team who, along with partner Lindsey Neal, secured a crucial three-set win at flight five.

Lucianna Alexander

A member of the Privateers beach volleyball team who, along with partner Renata Dykstra, secured a flight three win.

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What’s next

The New Orleans Privateers will next host Mobile for two matches on April 3, 2026 at Privateer Beach Courts.

The takeaway

The success of the New Orleans Privateers in this regional rivalry match highlights the growing popularity and competitiveness of collegiate beach volleyball. As the sport continues to evolve, with teams focusing on sophisticated pairing strategies and the ability to adapt to outdoor conditions, the future of collegiate beach volleyball looks bright.